52-year-old Gunnedah man struck by car at traffic lights on Conadilly and Marquis Streets in Gunnedah

The 52-year-old male suffered concussion, a laceration to his leg and chest and back pain in the accident. He was taken to Tamworth hospital by ambulance.

Officers said the 20-year-old driver of the car rendered assistance to the man after the collision at the traffic lights.

Ambulance paramedics were called to the intersection of Conadilly and Marquis streets about 8.20pm after reports a pedestrian had been struck by a car.

A spokesperson for Ambulance NSW said there were initial reports the patient was unconscious after the low-speed collision.

Paramedics treated the man and transported him to Tamworth. He was believed to be in a stable condition.

Police are investigating the moments leading up to the crash, and a spokesperson said on Thursday officers were still waiting to interview a witness, and the patient.

Officers have been told the driver of the Toyota Camry was attempting to turn right at the traffic lights when the pedestrian ran onto the road.

Police said he tried to help the man before emergency services arrived.

Officers are calling for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward and speak to investigators atGunnedah Police Station.

The incident comes after Oxley police issued a warning to motorists to take care on the roads with school holidays set to begin this weekend.

Oxley Acting Inspector Matt O’Hehir said extra traffic is expected in the area this weekend as families take off on holidays and drivers need to follow the road rules in order to return home safely.

"Over the last month we have had two devastating fatal motor vehicle collisions in our command,” he said.

“To prevent further serious injury or death on our roads, I implore every driver to take responsibility and ensure safety is their primary focus.

“Please slow down, wear your seatbelt, avoid handling mobile telephones, make certain you are adequately rested before driving, and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue.”

NSW Police said Operation Merret – what they are calling an unorthodox and proactive approach to road policing – is continuing, aiming to educate and empower the public to make the right decisions on our roads.